Water/Wastewater Operator I

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation•Oak Harbor, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), work contributes to a purpose-driven legacy and supports economic opportunity and sustainable growth for the Tlingit & Haida Tribes of Alaska. THTBC and its subsidiaries have delivered mission-critical services to federal clients for more than 35 years. This role is with the T&H Services subsidiary at North Sound BOS – NAS Whidbey, Washington, and provides operational support to the Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant. The position is full-time, non-exempt, and covered by the CBA-IUOE. The stated pay rate is $43.70 per hour, with $7.30 per hour in health and welfare contributions for up to 40 hours per week to be used toward health premiums. The operator runs and monitors water and wastewater treatment equipment, processes samples and operational readings, maintains plant records, and performs routine, preventative, operational, and corrective maintenance. The job requires compliance with company procedures and safety regulations. Work may take place indoors or outdoors in varying weather and may involve confined spaces, heights, hazardous conditions, and exposure to chemicals and other listed hazards. The operator must be able to work on-call, alternate, and extended shifts, including weekends and holidays, when mission requirements call for it. Candidates must hold the specified current wastewater and waterworks operator certifications, with the ability to achieve certification in both disciplines within one year. Additional requirements include workplace safety knowledge, a valid state driver’s license and safe driving record, and the ability to complete any required Tier 1 Public Trust background check and maintain access to the government worksite. Pre-employment screening may include a criminal background check, motor vehicle record review, and five-panel drug test. Wastewater plant operators may be required to undergo Hepatitis vaccinations. THTBC lists medical, dental, vision, TRICARE supplemental, critical illness, life and disability coverage, paid leave, a 401(k) retirement plan, identity theft protection, employee discounts, and wellness seminars. Benefits and leave for union-represented positions are provided under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Requirements

Possess the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to perform the job.
Possess current Certification of Operators of Wastewater Treatment Plants per WAC 173-230.
Per WAC 246-292, possess current Waterworks Operator Certification—WWTPO OIT or 1 and/or WDM OIT or 1, with the ability to achieve certification in both disciplines within one year.
Understand safety procedures and comply with OSHA and workplace safety regulations.
Be able to satisfactorily complete a Tier 1 Public Trust background check if required for the position.
Maintain the ability to access the government worksite.
Possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record, in accordance with company policy, to operate vehicles or equipment as required.
Be able to lift 50 pounds and push, pull, carry, stoop, bend, squat, and reach for extended periods.
Be able to work in confined spaces, at heights, and around hazards while using appropriate PPE.
Be able to work on-call, alternate, and extended shift schedules, including weekends and holidays, when necessary.
Successfully complete pre-employment screening, which may include a criminal background check, motor vehicle record review, and five-panel drug test.
Operators at the Wastewater Treatment Plant may be required to undergo the series of Hepatitis vaccinations.

Nice To Haves

Backflow Testing Certification.
Backflow Specialty Plumbers License.

Responsibilities

Operate and control water-treatment equipment to purify and clarify water for human or industrial use.
Regulate raw-water flow and treatment-chemical dosage using electric motors, valves, and automated SCADA/HMI systems.
Monitor filtration and chemical-mixing processes, adjust flow rates and pressure, and ensure proper water distribution.
Backwash and clean equipment and perform routine maintenance using hand and power tools.
Test water samples for acidity, turbidity, and chemical content using laboratory instruments.
Record operational data and chemical levels; operate portable water-purification systems and assist with wastewater treatment as needed.
Operate and monitor sewage-treatment and sludge-processing equipment to manage wastewater flow and treatment.
Adjust valves, gates, and manual or remote controls based on gauges, meters, and test results.
Start and stop pumps, engines, and generators for treatment stages such as screening, aeration, and digestion.
Maintain logs of plant operations and meter readings.
Direct plant attendants in routine tasks and perform water-quality testing using laboratory equipment.
Perform preventative, operational, and corrective maintenance as required.
Clean and restore work areas after maintenance tasks.
Follow company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
TRICARE supplemental coverage
Critical Illness insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid short-term disability insurance
Optional long-term disability insurance
Paid leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Identity Theft Protection
Employee Discounts
Wellness Seminars
Health and welfare contribution of $7.30 per hour for up to 40 hours per week, to be used toward health premiums